Job overview

Mental health is an increasing public health challenge impacting on the health and well-being of children and their families. Perinatal mental health problems affect between 10-20% of women during pregnancy and the first year of having a baby. Environmental and individual factors can affect mental health and wellbeing.

 The physical and mental health of the mother and the family environment during pregnancy, infancy and childhood is of fundamental importance to mental health. A parent’s ability to bond with and care for their baby, their parenting style and the development of a positive relationship can predict a number of physical, social, emotional and cognitive outcomes through to adulthood.

We are looking to recruit an experienced professional to fulfil the Specialist Health Visitor for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Lead role. The successful candidate will join our passionate team, working across the 0-19 service delivery and the Children’s and Adults safeguarding agenda. The role will be based across Wandsworth 0-19 Service

We have adopted a ‘think family’ approach; our services are progressive and innovative, and we are committed to supporting the workforce and improving outcomes for all clients.

Main duties of the job

The Specialist Health Visitor for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health will hold a small caseload and be responsible for providing relevant consultation, training and support to the universal children’s services. The emphasis will be on early intervention, prevention of mental health difficulties, and the promotion of positive relationships between parents and their infants.  The post holder will work with a range of stakeholders and partners to best meet the needs of children and families where there are identified perinatal and mental health concern for the mainstream 0-19 service providing expert advice and guidance, act as an advocate for families with perinatal/infant mental health concerns with relevant stakeholders, seeking to reduce health inequalities and improve outcomes. This includes safeguarding children and young people identified as at risk of harm. 

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.